Car rental in Kenya

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Compare car rentals on price, ease of pickup, a fair fuel policy, and more

Find Kenya car rental deals you can modify or cancel if your plans change

Kenya car rental at a glance

Most popular providerUnicorn rent a car
Most popular carPremium/Luxury, 4-5 doors
Pick-up points
Cheapest price found
Cheapest month to rentNovember
Best time to book3 weeks before
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Kenya could cost, we've pulled prices from Nairobi.

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Find the cheapest time to rent a car in Kenya

The cheapest month to rent a car in Kenya is November, when the average cost per day is 313 SEK. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is September, when the average cost per day is 373 SEK. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Kenya is January.
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Kenya could cost, we've pulled prices from Nairobi.

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Car rental in Kenya: FAQs

You will need insurance to rent a car in Kenya, but you won't necessarily need "extra" insurance. Different car rental companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.
To rent a car with most companies in Kenya, you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.
Our travelers' best-rated car rental company in Kenya is Unicorn rent a car. You can rent a car with them for 1.006 SEK on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Unicorn rent a car, you can dig deeper here.
The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Kenya depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid driver's license, ID, and passport. Once you’ve booked a car rental in Kenya, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.
It’s easy to rent a car in Kenya. First, you need to decide where in Kenya you want to pick up your car.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.
You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.
You may need a credit card to rent a car in Kenya. It all depends on which car rental company you choose.
It depends where in Kenya you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Nairobi. On average, it costs 1.283 SEK per day to rent a car there. The lowest price we could find is 409 SEK per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Kenya

Here are some tips to help you score the best prices and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by "seats," "transmission," and even choose only to see "electric" or "hybrid" vehicles. You can also filter by "car type," so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Kenya is Luxury.

Compare across companies

The most popular car rental company in Kenya is Unicorn rent a car. We search across hundreds of companies to find you a great price with Unicorn rent a car.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car rental to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 3 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are 409 SEK a day and 2.100 SEK a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Kenya you're going to visit? There are lots of places to pick up your rental car. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of Kenya. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Kenya is Nairobi. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Nairobi.

Rent a car long term in Kenya

Looking to rent a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car rental companies and give you some extra time to explore, too. Give it a try today and search for 30 days' worth of car rentals.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car rental deal in Kenya with "unlimited mileage" or a "full-to-full" fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.